Sure, it’s not the fanciest or flashiest makeup look, but I like it because it’s simple, fresh and easy. It’s something I’ll wear when I want to look like I have my shizz together but don’t feel like spending a long time doing makeup.

Something borrowed, something blue

I finished my chick lit book late last night (Something Borrowed). At the end, there was a preview of the sequel, Something Blue, which interestingly retells the same story, but from a different character’s point of view.

A few years ago I remember reading that Stephanie Meyer wanted to retell Twilight from Edward’s point of view.

I would totally read that book, for sure!

Speaking of vampires, this morning I watched a cool trailer for an upcoming Ethan Hawke vampire flick called Daybreakers.

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Hi Karen:
Love the look. You look nice in blue. I was wondering about the creaseless creams. How would you compare them to MAC paint pots? I’m curious, but I don’t want to risk such a splurge if it’s not going to hold up to its claims of not creasing. What do you think? And if you could only own one creaseless cream, which on would you choose?

They are more “wet” than the MAC Paint Pots. I find them easier to manipulate and smudge. In terms of wear time, I think they work just as well if not a little better. On my semi-oily lids they don’t crease at all, but if you’re lids are *super* oily you might want to start off with a lid primer beneath it. My fave color is Birthday Suit! It’s a shimmery champagne that I can’t live without. It totally wakes up my eyes — I swear it’s like five hours of sleep in a pot!

Re: Twilight. The first part of that book from Edward’s POV is online on Stephenie Meyer’s web site. It is really good and I hope she ends up finishing it!!
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That look is great and that blue shirt is a great color on you with your dark hair!

I am totally vampire obsessed right now. Am reading the 2nd book in the Charlaine Harris series (which is what HBO’s True Blood is based on) and renting the 1st season of True Blood from Netflix. Books and show both excellent!
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Love the simplicity & beauty of this look. I wish i had the discipline to limit myself to 4 steps. I need to get better at doing so. I tend to grab this color for here, this color for there, then this color over here…and so it goes. It can be a bit much & then I’m late for work! HA The grey & blue combo is def one of my faves!!

This is a really pretty look Karen, it flatters you so much! Don’t underestimate a 4 step look! I must try sth like this some day, as I am the ultimate simple step makeup for day girl. And speaking of Twilight & the like, apparently Meyer already started writing the Edward version. My sister pointed it out to me since she’s already read a sample; I’ll see if I can get her to tell me where to find it for you.

Before curling, I sprayed my hair with Bumble & Bumble Spray de Mode Hairspray, brushed it through, then let it dry. Next, I used a large barrel curling iron and curled my hair sections, starting from bottom layers and working up to the top. After curling I let my hair cool for a few minutes, and then I ran my fingers through the curls to loosen them. One last spray with the hairspray and then I was done!

Wow, I am loving this look on you, Karen! You look so fresh and young, honestly. I really like the lips (my first thought was, “WHAT GLOSS IS THE GIRL WEARING?!”). I’ll have to pay the Benefit counter a quick visit…

Did you notice in the main picture (or is it my computer?) that you look like you have a “glow” around your final picture? Were you feeling angelic today? Great look! I’m all about non-complicated, low step makeup looks.

You can find the first twelve chapters of Edward’s Twilight by going through wikipedia and searching for Edward Cullen, Twilight – there is a link to Stephenie Meyer’s website – you can download it, but are not allowed to print…it’s adddicting!

Good morning Karen!
I love this look on you, its really fresh and simple, like you said. I have been meaning to get a Benefit creaseless cream shadow for some time now, ever since you first reviewed them here on your blog… hmmmm maybe sometime soon.. My wallet is still kinda reeling from the MAC friends and family sale!!

This is a cute, easy look! I really like some of Benefit’s products and I feel they don’t get enough credit sometimes. Glad to see you do a look with just Benefit. =)
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Hi Karen,
Aside from makeup, Twilight is my ‘other’ obsession. And I don’t care that I’m in my 30s. LOL.
I will have to check out Benefit Birthday suit!
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I’d recommend colors you could use every day, like Where There’s Smoke, Leggy and Bikini Line. I put up a couple of swatches awhile back, here they are if you want to see ‘em. BTW, do you have Birthday Suit? You gotta get it!

I LOVED The Host, Karen! I reread it about a month ago… OMG, Jared is so sexy:D Meyer’s retelling of Twilight from Edward’s P.O.V. was in the making and tited Midnight Sun when the rough draft of the book was leaked on the internet. She said she was so bummed about the leak and that many might not read her book after just reading itonline that she might not even publish it!:O

i absolutely LOVE this look. i am going to attempt it when i’m getting ready for work today. it’s so clean and fresh and just simply chic. i’ve been on vacay so i’m catching up on all your entries. i’ve missed you! =))